We believe art has the power to inspire positive change in the world.
RuckusRoots is ARTivism for people and the planet.
RuckusRoots is a Los Angeles-based, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating art programs that cultivate environmental awareness and action in local communities.
Our L.A. Fire Response…
We’re here for you during this difficult time, L.A. We are currently offering:
Free art programming for youth in classroom or community settings - indoors or outdoors!
Free art supply deliveries to local families
Free grantwriting support for local artists
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In Schools
In public, charter and alternative schools, our versatile and adaptable programs offer interactive, sustainable arts opportunities for elementary and middle school youth.
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A.L.I.V.E.
Art Living in Vibrant Environments is an intersectional program encompassing environmental and creative justice, through micro-farms, native ecology and art-making.
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In Communities
As one-time pop-ups or multi-week offerings, our multigenerational workshops harness the power of creative reuse and place-based art-making to foster engagement.
OUR IMPACT:
Research shows that concepts like environmental justice and climate change can feel overwhelming and discouraging. Collaborative art-making offers an effective way to address these engagement challenges by cultivating opportunities for dialogue, empathy and connection.
RECENT PROGRAM EVALUATIONS REVEAL:
64%
increase in feelings of connectivity to their community
73%
increase in feeling creatively inspired